John Hudspeth discusses hunting in Oklahoma and Texas, including the recent increase in non-resident hunting prices in Oklahoma. He also talks about the challenges of hunting with a young child and the impact of weather conditions on deer populations. The conversation then shifts to the topic of chronic wasting disease (CWD) and Oklahoma's plan to release captive deer that are deemed CWD-resistant into the wild. The conversation revolves around Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) and the proposed plan in Oklahoma to release deer that are resistant to CWD. The hosts discuss the ethics of charging people for these deer and whether it should be done for the greater good instead of for profit. They also question the effectiveness of using captive deer to solve the CWD problem and express concerns about the potential impact on the genetics of the deer population. The conversation touches on other topics such as the prevalence of CWD in Oklahoma, the lack of testing facilities, and the potential effects of agricultural chemicals on deer and the environment.
Takeaways:
Non-resident hunting prices in Oklahoma have increased, making it less affordable for out-of-state hunters.
Hunting with a young child can be challenging, requiring shorter trips and more strategic planning.
Weather conditions, such as droughts, can impact deer populations and antler growth.
Oklahoma has a plan to release captive deer that are deemed CWD-resistant into the wild to combat chronic wasting disease. The plan to release deer resistant to CWD in Oklahoma raises ethical questions about charging people for these deer and whether it should be done for the greater good instead of for profit.
Using captive deer to solve the CWD problem raises concerns about the potential impact on the genetics of the deer population.
There is a lack of testing facilities for CWD in Oklahoma, which hinders accurate data collection and understanding of the extent of the problem.
The potential effects of agricultural chemicals on deer and the environment are a cause for concern and warrant further investigation.
